New legislation would require encryption and unique identifiers for all control systems.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is currently considering a proposal that would place a ban on the sale of all unregulated radio frequency (RF) remote controls. “The matter is one of security and privacy” says Craig Whitcomb, spokesperson for the Commission. Read more...

URC, the newly renamed company previously known to most as URC, has introduced two new IP-based products to their lineup today at EHX. There's the KP-4000, a hard-wired in-wall keypad sporting a 3.5” color touchscreen display, and the MRX-1 network basestation for interfacing with all other audio/video devices. Read more...

Working with AMX systems? A company called iRidium Mobile has just released a new version of their iRidium Mobile for Apple devices, which enables complete AMX control from iPhones, iPods and iPads. Read more...

Logitech has just announced two new Harmony remote controls: the monochrome Harmony 600 for $79.99 USD MSRP, and the color Harmony 650 for $99.99. Both models can operate up to 5 devices, include backlit button layouts, use traditional disposable batteries, and sport styling similar to the previously announced Harmony 700. Read more...